WAMITAB Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence for Managing Thermal Treatment of Hazardous Waste

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1 WAMITAB Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence for Managing Thermal Treatment of Hazardous Waste Guided Learning Hours: 66 Total Qualification Time:180 Credits: 56 Waste facilities covered: Recovery of oil/organic solvents Hazardous Clinical Waste Treatment Qualification Code: 601/8503/X WAMITAB Code Pathway 1 (Hazardous Waste): HROC5a WAMITAB Code Pathway 2(Hazardous Clinical Waste):HROC5b Version 7, October 2017 Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 1 of 58

2 About WAMITAB and this Qualification Handbook About WAMITAB WAMITAB is an awarding organisation and charity that develops qualifications for those working in resource management and recycling; cleaning; street cleansing; facilities management; and parking from operative through to management level. Since it was formed in 1989, WAMITAB has evolved in line with the convergence between the sectors with a clear focus on promoting and supporting environmental sustainability. With over 120 qualification pathways and 70 quality assured centres, WAMITAB offers an unrivalled specialist network to support staff development. Equal Opportunities WAMITAB supports the principles of equal opportunities and we are committed to meeting these principles in the provision of all our qualifications and assessments. We firmly believe that all learners and stakeholders are therefore entitled to receive equal treatment irrespective of age, sex, race, marital status, religion, disability or sexual orientation. The Purpose of this Qualification Handbook Welcome to your WAMITAB Qualification Handbook. This will help you to complete your Level 4 High Risk Operator Competence for Managing Thermal Treatment of Hazardous Waste. It contains: The units you need to achieve to complete your award. Information about your responsibilities as a candidate. Reference information covering each learning outcome and assessment criteria. Activities you can use to test your understanding. Forms you can use to record and organise your evidence. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 2 of 58

3 Candidate Information Name WAMITAB Candidate Number Registration Date Enrolment Date Centre Name Centre Address Centre Contact Assessor Name Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 3 of 58

4 Contents About WAMITAB and this Qualification Handbook... 2 Candidate Information... 3 Frequently Asked Questions... 5 Useful Words... 9 Unit Terms Mandatory Units Maintain health and safety in the waste and resource management industry (OCS01) Manage the environmental impact of work activities (OCS02) Manage the movement, sorting and storage of waste (OCS05) Control work activities on a waste management facility (OCS06) Identify and implement improvements to waste management operations (OCS07) Control maintenance and other engineering operations (OCS08) Procedural Compliance (OCS09) Manage and maintain systems for responding to emergencies (OCS10) Manage the reception of hazardous waste (OCS11) Manage an inspection visit at your site from regulatory bodies (OCS65) Mandatory Units (Hazardous Waste Pathway) Manage site operations at a waste thermal treatment facility (OCS51) Manage transfer and disposal from hazardous waste thermal treatment and recovery operations (OCS56) Mandatory Units (Hazardous Clinical Waste Pathway) Manage site operations at a hazardous clinical waste thermal treatment facility (OCS52) Manage transfer and disposal from hazardous clinical waste thermal treatment operations (OCS57) AO Guidance Note: Unit OCS Glossary Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 4 of 58

5 Frequently Asked Questions What is a qualification? A qualification is nationally recognised, based on National Occupational Standards and gained in the workplace. Achieving your qualification demonstrates that you can work to the standards expected by employers in your industry. What is the objective of this qualification This qualification is part of the CIWM/WAMITAB Operator Competence Scheme and is designed to provide technically competent people with the knowledge and skills to ensure waste sites comply with either: Environmental Permitting Regulations (England and Wales) 2007 The Waste Management Licensing (Amendment) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2015 Achievement of this qualification demonstrates competence by the learner to manage permitted waste facilities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Who is it for? Technically competent managers (TCM) Consultants Site managers and supervisors What are the entry requirements of this qualification? This qualification is open entry. This means that learners interested in undertaking this qualification do not require any other qualifications or levels of attainment. However, learners will need to be employed in a suitable position, or have access to the working environment, as the qualification is assessed on the job. What job role could this qualification lead to or support? This qualification is ideal for new or experienced people managing waste and resource management operations that require evidence of their competence, knowledge and skills to ensure waste sites comply with the relevant legislation in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. Once you have achieved your Operator Competence qualification, you will be required to pass a Continuing Competence assessment every two years if you wish to act as the recognised technically competent manager (TCM) on a waste site. All TCM s must be able to demonstrate that they have kept their knowledge and skills up to date. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 5 of 58

6 What do I need to achieve? To achieve this qualification, you will need to complete the following units. Mandatory Unit Group learners must complete the following units, before selecting a pathway: Maintain health and safety in the waste and resource management industry (OCS01) Manage the environmental impact of work activities (OCS02) Manage the movement, sorting and storage of waste (OCS05) Control work activities on a waste management facility (OCS06) Identify and implement improvements to waste management operations (OCS07) Control maintenance and other engineering operations (OCS08) Procedural compliance (OCS09) Manage and maintain systems for responding to emergencies (OCS10) Manage the reception of hazardous waste (OCS11) Manage an inspection visit at your site from regulatory bodies (OCS65) Mandatory Unit Group (Hazardous Waste Pathway) learners that select this pathway must complete all the units for, the following group: Manage site operations at a waste thermal treatment facility (OCS51) Manage transfer and disposal from hazardous waste thermal treatment and recovery operations (OCS56) Mandatory Unit Group (Hazardous Clinical Waste Pathway) learners that select this pathway must complete all the units for, the following group: Manage site operations at a hazardous clinical waste thermal treatment facility (OCS52) Manage transfer and disposal from hazardous clinical waste thermal treatment and recovery operations (OCS57) What is a unit? The units of a qualification describe what you must be able to do and understand to perform work activities competently in your job role. Learning outcomes: Describe what tasks you will be able to do as a result of learning. Assessment criteria: Describe what activities you will need to do and what you must know to complete each task. What is an approved WAMITAB Centre? You will gain your qualification through an approved WAMITAB Centre. It may be your place of work, a local college or training provider. Assessment of your qualification will be carried out at your place of work and the centre is responsible for the administration. Centre staff will therefore: Register you with WAMITAB. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 6 of 58

7 Provide a candidate registration number. Apply for your certificate when you have completed your qualification or units. How long will it take? There is no time limit set by WAMITAB for you to complete your qualification. However, you may be obliged to achieve your qualification by a specific time outlined in the CIWM/WAMITAB Operator Competence Scheme or by an Environmental Regulator. Your centre may also have some requirements that they will explain to you. Who will help me achieve my qualification? The following people at the approved WAMITAB centre will help you to achieve your qualification. Your Assessor The assessor is the person you will have the most contact with as you work towards your qualification. They will: Help you identify any training you need. Help you plan your workload and organise your evidence. Observe you carrying out your job in the workplace over a period of time. Ask questions about the work you do. Make decisions about your evidence. Judge when you are competent. Provide feedback. Internal Quality Assurer The internal quality assurer maintains the quality of assessment within the centre. External Quality Assurer An external quality assurer is employed by WAMITAB to ensure that your centre meets the required national standards for quality and assessment. What are my responsibilities as a candidate? As a candidate you will need to: Provide your centre with your personal details so they can register you with WAMITAB. Comply with health and safety law and regulations. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 7 of 58

8 What steps will I need to take to complete my qualification? 1. Planning: Your assessor will tell you about the mandatory units of the qualification and will help you to select relevant optional units. 2. Evidence: You will gather evidence for your portfolio (see next question for types of evidence). 3. Feedback: Your assessor will provide regular feedback on your progress and will arrange for additional training if needed. When your assessor confirms you are competent after an assessment, it will be recorded in your handbook. 4. Achievement: Once you have completed all the units and gathered all the evidence you need, your centre will apply for your WAMITAB certificate. What are the evidence requirements for this qualification? The primary sources of evidence for this qualification are: Observation (O): Direct observation or witness testimony where direct observation is not possible. Where this evidence type has been suggested against Assessment Criteria which require the candidate to explain or describe, the assessor must hear or observe the explanation/description (directly or being delivered to others) or see it in writing. The assessor must not infer that the candidate can explain/describe based purely on observation. Question and Answer (Q/A): candidate statements, verbal questioning, professional discussion, written questions, product evidence supported by questioning Simulation / Realistic working environment (S/R): Should be used as a last resort where allowed. Please see the Energy and Utility Skills Assessment Strategy for further information. Where do I go if I need more information about my qualification and assessments? your assessor your qualification workbook WAMITAB ( / Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 8 of 58

9 Useful Words Approved Centre WAMITAB Centres are training organisations that have met our strict quality standards and have been approved to deliver our qualifications to learners. They include private providers, colleges of further education, employers and prisons. Assessment Criteria These specify the standard that you are expected to meet to demonstrate that you have achieved the Learning Outcome. Assessment criteria are detailed enough to allow judgments to be made about your competence. Assessor A person who works with the Approved Centre to assess your competence against the standards set within the qualification. Assessors are qualified and experienced in the subject of the qualification you are registered for, and have the skills to plan and carry out your assessments. They will make judgments of your competence, based on the evidence you provide, and give feedback. Competence Competence, in relation to the qualification, describes your ability to consistently be able to undertake work activities, know and understand work-related tasks as per the requirements set out in the standards. Evidence You need to collect evidence to prove that you are competent as required by the standards set in the units of the qualification. There are different types of evidence, ranging from an assessor observing your work, question and answers, assignments and tests. Evidence can also be presented using photographs, audio and video files. Each unit gives guidance as to what is expected and acceptable evidence. Evidence must be authentic and your own work. External Quality Assurer This is an expert employed by WAMITAB to monitor, review and advise Approved Centres. The External Quality Assurer regularly visits the Approved Centre to check that all assessments are carried out correctly, to the same standard, and that all paperwork is maintained accurately and consistently. External Quality Assurers are qualified and experienced in the subject of the qualification that you are registered for. They therefore have the skills to check that the Approved Centre is operating properly and has all of the systems in place to deliver the qualification. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 9 of 58

10 Internal Quality Assurer A person who works with the Approved Centre to make sure that the assessment is carried out correctly, and that all administration of the assessment is properly managed. Internal Quality Assurers are qualified and experienced in the subject of the qualification that you are registered for, and have the skills to verify the work of the assessor for accuracy, quality and consistency. Learner A person who is registered to work towards achievement of a qualification i.e. you! Learning Outcome These set out what you will be expected to know, understand or be able to do. Each learning outcome relates to one or more assessment criteria, and together they set a clear assessment standard for each unit. Portfolio This is a place where you will collect evidence to demonstrate your competence. A portfolio could be either hard-copy or electronic, but this will need to be agreed with the Approved Centre in advance. The evidence held in your portfolio must be your own work, and be clearly referenced to the units of the qualification. Unit Mandatory and Optional Units form the building blocks of all qualifications that are nationally regulated on the Qualification Credit Framework. Units are small chunks of learning that focus on specific aspects of knowledge, skills and understanding. Mandatory units are those that you must achieve, and Optional units offer a range of subjects that you may choose between. Vocational A qualification is vocational when it relates directly to the skills, knowledge and understanding required to undertake a specific or broad job role. WAMITAB An Awarding Organisation for a wide range of qualifications in waste management and recycling, cleaning and street cleansing, facilities management and parking. WAMITAB is responsible for ensuring the on going quality of the delivery and assessment of qualifications, and issues certificates to learners upon completion. We have over 20 years of experience developing and quality assuring qualifications, training and course materials Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 10 of 58

11 Unit Terms Analyse Look at something (for example a process) and use given classifications or principles to gain a further understanding. Apply Put something into action a doing task which requires real evidence from a workplace scenario. Compare Look at the characteristics of an item or activity and note the similarities and differences. This is more often used at level 1 and 2. Critically Compare Look at the characteristics of an item or situation, note the similarities and differences and their respective positive and negative aspects. In some cases, this can include the use of the comparison in context as the basis for decision making. This is generally used at level 3 and above. Demonstrate A doing verb which requires you to actually do what the assessment criteria requires. You will have to provide evidence of which clearly shows you applying your knowledge and skills to meet the requirements of the assessment criteria. The evidence for this can involve getting someone to take a picture of you completing the task or discussing the task with an assessor and recording the discussion using documentation, video, etc. Remember that it is not enough to just write about it unless the task requires this type of written evidence. Describe Provide a vivid picture of what it is by using imagery, adjectives and adverbs to make the subject easy to understand. It may also convey an idea or fact. Develop Build a process or activity or understanding either from scratch or using an existing product to create something workable. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 11 of 58

12 Differentiate/ Distinguish Look at the characteristics of an item or situation/ activity and explain the differences. Evaluate/Justify You must look at whatever the required content/process is and suggest other relevant, significant or possible outcomes. It is the process of exploring, checking and suggesting a likely outcome with reasons. Explain Provide a comprehensible answer that shows an understanding of the content/process mentioned. Your answer should include: what it is, how it works, what it looks like, what it does, how it happens, why it happens and any relevant reasons. Identify For most assessment criteria this requires the learner to list and describe what is required or relevant to produce an outcome, or requires the learner to make choices to achieve a particular aspect of their job. At levels 4, 5 and 6 this would require the learner to say what is available, make the choice and then to explain or justify why the choice was made. Implement Putting something into practice after the development process has taken place. This ensures that the product/process is actually employed and/or used by self and others during work activities. List Produce a number of relevant items which apply to the question. Further description is not required. Manage After a development process ensure that the product/process works using relevant management techniques. Recognise Be aware of, familiar with and able to identify an activity or product. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 12 of 58

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14 Maintain health and safety in the waste and resource management industry (OCS01) Credit: 4 Level: 4 Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments 1. Know the main requirements of health and safety legislation in the waste and resource management industry. 2. Understand the hazards, risks, control measures and monitoring associated with a waste and resource management environment Explain the main legal requirements of health and safety legislation on waste and resource management facilities, in relation to: employers employees others 1.2. Describe the different sources of reliable health and safety information Identify how to locate current health and safety information Describe the main features and legal requirements for: fire risk assessment accident management plans CoSHH PUWER LOLER 2.1. Explain the difference between a hazard and a risk Explain how to complete a risk assessment Explain the difference between a formal and dynamic risk assessment Explain the hierarchy of control measures Describe the characteristics of hazardous substances and their warning labels State the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) required and how they must be used, maintained and stored Identify the main causes of accidents and incidents in the Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 14 of 58

15 3. Be able to make sure that hazards and risks are controlled safely and effectively on site. 4. Be able to implement organisational health and safety procedures on site. 6. Be able to monitor and review safety on site. workplace Explain how to carry out an accident and incident investigation in line with current regulator guidance Conduct a risk assessment and implement the control measures Maintain accurate records of workplace irregularities Check other people are aware of hazards/risks and the actions to minimise them Identify the relevant person in the workplace to whom hazards should be reported Confirm that precautions to control risks have been agreed with the people responsible for health and safety on site Review to make sure all recommended action has been taken Implement workplace health and safety procedures in relation to: safe use of plant, machinery and equipment safe use of chemicals fire first aid supervision of visitors and contractors vehicle movements any other site specific hazards as detailed on risk assessments 4.2. Ensure procedures are in place to check the health and safety competence of employees Conduct monitoring of the workplace at agreed intervals and in accordance with workplace instructions Respond to any breaches of health and safety Identify training needs and put plans in place to address them. 5.1 Review performance of health and safety on site. 5.2 Request feedback on health and safety performance from relevant people. 5.3 Make recommendations for any changes to organisational procedures to maintain health and safety on site. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 15 of 58

16 Manage the environmental impact of work activities (OCS02) Credit: 3 Level: 4 Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments 1. Understand the legal and organisational requirements for managing the environmental impact of work activities. 2. Understand how to assess the environmental impact of work activities and how this can be minimised. 3. Understand the legal and organisational requirements for managing the risk of fires on site. 4. Be able to assess and report on the environmental 1.1. Describe the legislative requirements, codes of practice and guidance applicable to the transfer and transport of waste from the site Explain the organisational procedures for managing the environmental impact of work activities Explain how to assess the impact of work activities and resources in the environment, including risk analysis Explain what specialist advice is available to manage the environmental impact of work activities Explain how to minimise the environmental impact of work activities Explain how to monitor the environmental impact of work activities Explain the legal requirements and current guidance for managing the risk of fires on site Explain the organisational procedures for managing the risk of fires on site Assess the environmental impact on your site of: work activities resource use Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 16 of 58

17 impact of work activities in own area of responsibility. 5. Be able to organise work activities and resource use to minimise environmental impact. 6. Be able to promote on-going improvement in environmental performance. 7. Be able to implement fire prevention controls and measures on site Review existing control measures for minimising site environmental impacts of: work activities resource use 4.3. Analyse the effectiveness of the existing control measures and make recommendations for any improvements including those for: work activities resource use 4.4. Produce a report on the environmental impact of work activities and resource use, with recommendations for improvement Organise resources in own area of responsibility to reduce environmental impact Organise work activities in own area of responsibility to reduce environmental impact Monitor the environmental impact of work activities Establish ways to identify and report opportunities for improving environmental performance Communicate on-going environmental performance Identify the types and locations of combustible and flammable materials on site Identify the types and locations of potential ignition sources on site Identify existing control measures aimed at reducing the risk of fire and the impact should fire occur Review the effectiveness of the existing control measures and make recommendations for any improvements Ensure control measures are implemented on site to reduce the risk of fire. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 17 of 58

18 Manage the movement, sorting and storage of waste (OCS05) Level: Credits: 5 Learning Outcome Assessment Criteria Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments 1. Understand the specific regulation, procedures and requirements for the movement, sorting and storage of waste. 2. Understand the health, safety and environmental implications of movement, segregation and storage of waste Describe the legislative requirements, codes of practice and guidance applicable to the movement, sorting and storage of waste from the site Describe the legislative requirements and organisational procedures for dealing with unauthorised wastes Describe the records required by legislation for the movement, sorting and storage of waste on site Describe the planning permission, permit and environmental management system (EMS) for the site Describe the types, functions and limitations of waste handling equipment used on site Describe the procedures and handling requirements for the types of waste received on site Describe the procedures for managing work activities during the movement, sorting and storage of waste on site Describe the procedures for managing internal site traffic during the movement, sorting and storage of waste on site Describe the procedures for preventing fires during the movement, sorting and storage of waste on site Describe the organisational environmental policy and procedures applicable to the site Identify hazards associated with the movement, sorting and storage of waste on site in relation to: health and safety environment 2.3. Describe the process of risk analysis to minimise hazards to Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 18 of 58

19 3. Be able to implement systems and procedures to manage the movement, sorting and storage of waste. 4 Be able to manage vehicles, plant and crews on sites personnel and the environment Describe the lifting and handling techniques suitable for moving, sorting and storing wastes on site Describe the organisational procedures for dealing with spillages and emissions on site Describe the organisational procedures for dealing with fires on site State the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) required and how they must be used, maintained and stored Describe the importance of personnel compliance with health and safety requirements for: use of personal protective equipment (PPE) use of vehicles, plant and machinery use of waste handling equipment 3.1 Implement systems and procedures for the movement, sorting and storage of waste in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. 3.2 Implement systems and procedures that comply with legislative requirements to deal with wastes that need specific handling. 3.3 Comply with legislative requirements and organisational procedures for recording and reporting risks to health, safety or the environment. 3.4 Implement recording and information systems for the sorting and storage of waste in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. 3.5 Ensure that personnel understand the procedures relating to the movement, sorting and storage of wastes and comply with them. 3.6 Ensure that personnel have received recognised training before any machinery, plant or equipment is used. 4.1 Identify hazards and minimise risks to health, safety and the environment that arise from the use of vehicles and plant on the site. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 19 of 58

20 which handle waste. 5 Be able to use, record and communicate information. 6 Be able to resolve problems which arise during or resulting from the movement, sorting and storage of waste. 4.2 Establish systems to control the movement of vehicles and plant on site to comply with health, safety and organisational requirements. 4.3 Implement and enforce organisational procedure to generate site rules for vehicles, plant and crews on the site that comply with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. 5.1 Give instructions for moving, sorting and storage of waste in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.2 Maintain records and provide information for the moving, sorting and storage of waste. 5.3 Inform site personnel of all procedures for onsite activities to maintain the quality of the organisation s work. 5.4 Monitor and review the work programme and instructions to ensure accuracy. 5.5 Communicate work instructions verbally and in writing. 5.6 Check that employees have understood work instructions. 5.7 Advise relevant people about accidents, incidents, interruptions to work, near hits and/or any situations that require their attention. 5.8 Maintain a record of training for all staff employed on the site. 6.1 Recommend steps to rectify any staff shortages, equipment deficiencies or external factors that prevent the movement, sorting or storage of wastes. 6.2 Seek specialist advice to resolve situations which arise outside own area of responsibility. 6.3 Implement procedures for dealing with spillages on site and ensure staff compliance. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 20 of 58

21 Control work activities on a waste management facility (OCS06) Level: 4 Credits: 6 Learning Outcome 1. Understand the underpinning legislative requirements and organisational procedures for managing waste operations. 2. Understand how to control work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Describe the legislative requirements, regulations, codes of practice and guidance applicable to safety, health and the environment for waste management operations State the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) required and how they must be used, maintained and stored Describe the legislative requirements and organisational procedures for dealing with unauthorised wastes Describe the organisational environmental policy and procedures applicable to the site Describe risk analysis to minimise hazards to personnel and the environment for the whole workplace Describe the organisation s objectives and targets for the waste facility Describe the organisational procedures for managing work activities and personnel on site Explain why it is important to ensure that personnel follow organisational procedures Describe the records required by legislation and organisational procedures in relation to work activities on the waste facility Explain how to identify, rectify and record discrepancies and defects arising from site activities Explain why it is important to have planning permission, a permit and an environmental management system (EMS) for the site Describe how to report accidents and incidents that arise on site Explain why it is important to monitor compliance with work instructions, how to do this and how to respond to incidents of non-compliance. Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 21 of 58

22 3. Understand how to use and communicate data and information. 4. Be able to control work activities on a waste facility. 5. Be able to use and communicate data and information on 3.1. Describe how to communicate work instructions to personnel verbally and in writing Explain why it is important to ensure each individual understands work instructions and how to do this Describe the types of information required for the completion of paperwork regarding site activities Implement and monitor work programmes which meet the legislative requirements and organisational procedures required for site activities, including: safe systems of work risk assessment personal performance 4.2. Ensure that work instructions comply with legislative requirements and organisational procedures Confirm that personnel understand and comply with work instructions in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures Implement training for personnel before using any machinery, plant or equipment Ensure that the resources necessary and personnel with the required skills are available Carry out risk assessment to identify potential hazards and take steps to reduce risks to personnel and the environment related to wastes which: are difficult to handle may contain disguised materials or unacceptable components are unauthorised are likely to cause health problems 5.1. Communicate the work programmes and operational instructions verbally and in writing Confirm that all personnel have understood the work Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 22 of 58

23 a waste facility. 6. Be able to resolve problems that may arise when controlling work activities on a waste facility programmes and operational instructions Maintain records of site activities in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements Advise relevant people about accidents, incidents, interruptions to work or any situations that require their attention Maintain records of training for all staff employed on the site Rectify any personnel or equipment deficiencies or external causes that prevent the site activities from being carried out Report problems to relevant person in accordance with organisational procedures Implement procedures for dealing with spillages on site and ensure that personnel understand and follow the prescribed procedures Recommend solutions for any breaches of legislative conditions revealed during routine inspections of the site. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 23 of 58

24 Identify and implement improvements to waste management operations (OCS07) Credit: 3 Level: 4 Learning Outcome 1. Know how to identify improvements to waste management operations. 2. Know how to implement improvements to waste management operations. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Explain how recent developments in technology and operating procedures could impact the waste management industry Identify improvement to waste management operations Describe the proposed improvement in terms of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats State the existing operating costs, and how costs are broken down, for the area of proposed improvement State the costs of proposed improvements in terms of: capital installation running costs 2.1. Describe techniques used in preparing proposals Explain the impact of the potential improvement on other aspects of activities Describe the reporting procedures in terms of: project approval monitoring implementation evaluation of project outcomes 2.4. Explain how to monitor the implementation of an improvement plan, including any problems experienced and the steps that could be taken to respond to these Explain how to monitor implementation of the plan against the agreed specifications, schedules and budget Explain how to rectify any deviations from the plan, Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 24 of 58

25 3. Be able to monitor waste management operations to identify potential improvements. 4. Be able to evaluate the costs and benefits for improving waste management operations. 5. Be able to produce project plans for implementing improvements to waste management operations. 6. Be able to store, use and communicate information. 6. Be able to resolve problems that could affect the implementation of improvements to waste management operations. specifications, schedules or budget Describe techniques for evaluating the project, and how to report them Use information to identify potential improvements Consult with others to identify where improvements could be made Use a range of information sources to analyse and identify the most suitable improvements Evaluate proposed improvements against organisation s objectives Determine the potential impact of any proposed improvements on other aspects of site operations Prepare and submit a project plan for implementation based on the information gathered in accordance with organisational procedures Communicate the recommendations for improvements to internal and external parties who might be affected by the changes and take into account their feedback Provide clear and sufficient information to those responsible for implementing the project plan Maintain records in accordance with organisational procedures Resolve routine problems within the responsibility of the job role Refer problems and conditions outside the responsibility of the job role to correct personnel. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 25 of 58

26 Control maintenance and other engineering operations (OCS08) Level: 4 Credits: 5 Learning Outcome 1. Understand the legislative requirements and organisational procedures for controlling maintenance and other engineering operations. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Describe the legislation, regulations and codes of practice applicable to maintenance and other engineering activities Describe the maintenance activities required for the following within own area of responsibility: plant systems equipment vehicles buildings structures 1.3. Describe the organisational procedures for reporting faults and initiating repairs on site Describe the organisational procedures for implementation, control and completion of maintenance operations Describe the system for allocating contracts in own areas of responsibility Describe the system for allocating permits to work in own areas of responsibility Describe the terms and conditions of contracts in own area of responsibility, including any insurance policy conditions Describe the recording systems used for maintenance schedules, records, permits to work and other contract information Describe the factors that increase the likelihood of breakdowns and outline actions to prevent or reduce these Describe the safety and environmental protection procedures used for maintenance and other engineering activities. Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 26 of 58

27 2. Understand how to produce maintenance schedules. 3. Understand how to manage maintenance and other engineering operations. 4. Be able to produce maintenance schedules Describe quality assurance systems used for maintenance and other engineering activities Explain why it is important to enforce procedures for quality, safety and environmental protection and outline actions to take in response to deviations from these Identify the time and resources needed for the required maintenance activities Describe the factors to consider when scheduling maintenance activities, including any insurance company requirements Describe the difficulties that might occur when implementing maintenance activities and what should be included in contingency plans Explain why it is important to check personnel understand instructions and the methods used to do this Identify the technical skills needed for maintenance and engineering activities undertaken in own area of responsibility Describe the methods used to check that all personnel have the required skills and to identify training needs Explain the importance of continuing professional development (CPD) for personnel Explain why statutory testing of equipment must be kept up-todate, and how to check Check the maintenance activities that are required to achieve maintenance requirements Use data available to schedule the time and resources required to undertake maintenance activities in accordance with organisational procedures Manage maintenance schedules that comply with legislation, the requirements of external bodies and equipment manufacturer guidance Produce contingency plans which take potential difficulties into account. 5. Be able to 5.1. Make maintenance schedules available to the people involved in Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 27 of 58

28 communicate maintenance information effectively. 6. Be able to manage maintenance and engineering personnel. 7. Be able to monitor maintenance and other engineering operations. implementing them and to others who would be affected by them Provide accurate instructions to those responsible for maintenance and other engineering activities and check they understand what is required Take steps to ensure those responsible for maintenance and other engineering activities will have the necessary resources available to perform work to the require standard Review regularly the frequency, nature and causes of breakdowns and use the information to resolve problems and prevent failures Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of maintenance and other engineering operations Ensure that all personnel complete maintenance and other engineering activities within performance requirements and timescales Ensure operatives on site implement and maintain systems to record faults and initiate repairs Monitor and review the quality, safety and environmental impact of maintenance and other engineering activities to ensure they are in accordance with organisational procedures Record completed maintenance tasks against the schedule in accordance with organisational procedures Ensure the implementation of maintenance and other engineering activities comply with organisational procedures Rectify any deviations from contractual or legal requirements Take measures to prevent potential breakdowns. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 28 of 58

29 Procedural Compliance (OCS09) Level: 4 Credits: 4 Learning Outcome 1. Understand how to comply with organisational procedures and legislative requirements. 2. Be able to implement and maintain operating procedures required for legislative compliance. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Describe the legislative requirements, regulations, codes of practice and guidance applicable to the processes carried out at the site Describe the planning permission, permit requirements and environmental management system (EMS) for the site Describe the monitoring processes for all machinery, plant and equipment used on the site Describe the records required by legislation and by company procedures in relation to the site activities Describe the organisational procedures for dealing with waste, out of specification waste and any other rejects from the process Describe the methods used to communicate different types of data and information to comply with legislative requirements and organisational procedures Describe the storage and handling procedures for the waste types handled on the site Establish regular monitoring and review schedules for all site operations to maintain compliance with procedures Complete monitoring and review processes to record data from: acceptable operating conditions abnormal operating conditions reporting systems for variations 2.3. Monitor all procedures designed to meet compliance requirements and review at intervals agreed with organisational and regulatory personnel. Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 29 of 58

30 3. Be able to use data and information to maintain organisational procedures. 4. Be able to resolve problems associated with compliance issues Review health and safety procedures regularly to comply with legislative requirements Review environmental procedures regularly to maintain compliance with assessed environmental impact requirements Recommend new or updated procedures where data from monitoring indicates they are needed Ensure that procedures cover all operational situations on organisational premises and for attendance at external facilities Ensure review and monitoring processes are in place and implemented for situations where there is non-compliance with permitted activities Obtain information about new legislative requirements, approved codes of practice and other industry best practices to maintain up to date organisational procedures Maintain recording and information systems in a way which enables them to be used to extract information for review and monitoring purposes Take steps to deal with any failures with compliance Seek specialist advice to resolve situations which are outside own area of responsibility Recommend steps to rectify any staff shortages, equipment deficiencies or external factors that prevent the maintenance of compliance regimes. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 30 of 58

31 Manage and maintain systems for responding to emergencies (OCS10) Level: 4 Credits: 3 Learning Outcome 1. Understand the legislative requirements and organisational procedures for maintaining effective systems for responding to emergencies. 2. Understand how to maintain effective systems for responding to emergencies. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Describe the types of emergency that may arise on site Describe the relevant health, safety and environmental legislation and organisational procedures for responding to an emergency Describe the planning and resource requirements for responding to the following emergencies in line with legislation and organisational procedures; fire accident spills breaches of security damage to property suspicious incidents power outages 2.2. Describe the types of recorded data used to review systems for responding to emergencies Describe deficiencies that may be identified during the review and methods of resolving these deficiencies Identify the designated person that should be notified of accidents, incidents, interruptions to work, damage to property or any other situations Explain why it is important for all personnel to receive training Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 31 of 58

32 3. Be able to implement emergency plans and procedures. 4. Be able to maintain systems for responding to emergencies. on how to respond to an emergency Explain why it is important to have effective systems for responding to emergencies Identify potential emergency situations for all activities within own area of responsibility Review emergency systems and procedures to provide responses to emergencies that may arise during site activities Implement emergency plans and procedures Manage preventative inspection and maintenance programmes for emergency equipment so that it is available at all times Carry out and record drills during normal work operations in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures Manage mechanisms for communicating emergency plans and procedures to all personnel Train personnel to report incidents in accordance with legislative and organisational requirements Implement incident and accident reporting procedures for all activities in the work place Review emergency procedures, equipment and resources required to maintain systems Obtain feedback from personnel participating in emergency drills to identify potential improvements Describe how to resolve any deficiencies identified through reviews, feedback and practices in accordance with legislative requirements and organisational procedures Evaluate incident and accident reports to recommend improvements to organisational emergency procedures Notify designated person(s) of accidents, incidents, interruptions to work or any situations that require their attention Maintain a record of training in accident and emergency procedures for all staff employed. Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 32 of 58

33 Manage the reception of hazardous waste (OCS11) Level: 4 Credits: 7 Learning Outcome 1. Understand the regulations, procedures and requirements for managing waste operations. 2. Understand the health, safety and environmental impacts associated with the reception of hazardous waste. Assessment Criteria 1.1. Describe the legislative requirements, codes of practice and guidance applicable to the reception of hazardous waste on the site Describe the regulatory requirements and organisational procedures for dealing with unauthorised wastes Describe the organisational procedures for managing work activities on the site Describe the planning permission, permit requirements and environmental management system (EMS) for the site Describe the waste inspection, identification procedures and handling requirements for the types of hazardous waste received on site Describe the uses, purposes and processing requirements for documents relating to the reception and validation of hazardous waste received on the site Describe the records required by legislation and by organisational procedures relating to the reception, inspection and validation of hazardous wastes Describe the organisational procedures for the delivery of hazardous waste to the site Describe the organisational environmental policy and procedures applicable to the site Identify hazards associated with the reception of hazardous waste on site in relation to: health and safety environment 2.3. Identify risks to the environment and human health resulting Evidence Type Portfolio Ref No Comments Copyright 2017 WAMITAB Page 33 of 58